paper beads

Coiled strip ornaments

Paper beads are decorative beads made by rolling strips of paper into tight coils, then sealing them with glue or varnish.

The technique transforms magazine pages, gift wrap, or other colorful paper into jewelry components.

Paper bead making is a common craft project, particularly for children: We spent the afternoon making paper beads from old catalogs.

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G